Assembler

Knorr-Bremse•Watertown, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembler performs routine and repetitive assembly operations for passenger rail car parts in a manual manufacturing assembly-line environment. The role works within a team and participates in continuous-improvement activities. Assemblers use pneumatic, basic hand, and power tools, including motorized drills and rivet guns. They perform versatile duties and organize the area around their workstation independently within the product group. The position is on-site in Watertown, New York, and is scheduled for the first shift, 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The anticipated wage is $21.21 per hour during training and $22.71 per hour after training; final pay depends on factors including experience and education. The work takes place on a shop floor, where employees may encounter noise, heat, cold, and dust or dirt. The role involves standing, walking, sitting, handling tools and parts, reaching, and lifting or maneuvering up to 50 pounds. A high school diploma, GED, or production/business-environment experience or knowledge as determined by management is required. The role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or production-environment or equivalent business-environment experience/knowledge as determined by management.
Basic math skills and ability to comprehend varying units of measure.
Ability to interpret information and take appropriate action.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and take initiative.
Ability to understand and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics or drawings.
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes.
Ability to read and comprehend written and process specification documents.
Knowledge or understanding of part drawings and descriptions.
Sufficient computer skills to access programs needed for the job.
Communication, organization, and time-management skills.
Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds.
Ability to walk throughout the facility and stand or sit for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

Manufacture quality parts in accordance with specific work instructions.
Provide verbal and written updates on manufacturing progress.
Apply and handle sealants and adhesives.
Perform acceptance test procedures using specified test equipment.
May train others in manufacturing methods.
Keep assigned work areas organized and clean according to established principles.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Understand and support Quality, Product Safety, Health/Safety/Environmental/Energy policies, relevant regulatory obligations, Integrated Management System policies and procedures, and applicable key performance indicators.
Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Benefits

Group healthcare plans, including medical, dental, vision, basic life, and disability insurance, subject to eligibility and plan documents.
Company 401(k) plan.
80 hours of vacation leave annually.
40 hours of Personal Paid Absence annually.
12 paid holidays and one floating holiday annually, subject to applicable terms.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
Opportunity to purchase company stock, subject to plan documents.
Annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics.
Student loan repayment assistance.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing-education opportunities.
Wellness program and on-site workout facilities and classes.
Competitive salary and incentive compensation.
Generous paid time off programs.